Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 vs Kawasaki Zr7
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 vs Kawasaki Zr7. Kawasaki Zephyr 1100: 89 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; note: factory limited/varies by market), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Kawasaki Zr7: 68 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 208 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 195 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Zephyr 1100
Kawasaki Zr7
Horsepower (hp)
89 hp
68 hp
Torque (Nm)
93 Nm
66 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
208 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
89 hp @ 8,000 rpm
68 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
93 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
66 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h (estimated; note: factory limited/varies by market)
195 km/h
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Zephyr 1100
7.5/10
"A no-nonsense torque machine that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Massive low-end torque
+Simple, reliable mechanicals
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Carbs need regular attention
−Heavy for the class
−Dated suspension components
Kawasaki Zr7
7.5/10
"A seriously underrated naked that punches well above its price tag."
Pros
+Near-indestructible inline-four engine
+Excellent real-world comfort
+Bargain used market pricing
Cons
−Forks tired on high mileage
−Carbs need regular attention
−Styling feels dated now
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